What water does to sloths will surprise you: Their speed tells a different story
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What water does to sloths will surprise you: Their speed tells a different story
Contrary to their sluggish land image, sloths are surprisingly adept swimmers, moving up to three times faster in water. Their unique anatomy, adapted for gripping branches, aids their aquatic propulsion. With large lungs and a reduced heart rate, they can stay submerged for extended periods, a crucial survival skill in fragmented rainforests.
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